"His last bow : Some later reminiscences of Sherlock Holmes" by Arthur Conan Doyle is a collection published in 1917. This volume gathers eight previously published Sherlock Holmes stories, spanning cases from 1893 to 1917. The collection includes a preface assuring readers that Holmes, though long retired and battling rheumatism, remains alive and well. The final story serves as an epilogue about Holmes' war service, bringing together adventures that showcase the detective's enduring brilliance across different eras of his remarkable career.